Thousands of law enforcement officers, firefighters and dignitaries gathered Thursday at the HP Pavilion in San Jose to honor Santa Cruz Sgt. Loran Baker, 51, and Detective Elizabeth Butler, 38, who were slain Feb. 26.

Dozens of Marin County police officers and deputies traveled to the ceremony. 'It was extremely emotional,' said Belvedere police Chief Patricia Seyler.

Marin's representatives included members of the sheriff's department and nearly all the police departments. 'We as peace officers get up in the morning not thinking we might be killed but with the understanding that it could happen at any time,' said sheriff's Sgt. Bruce Baker. 'When it does happen, it shocks us all.'

Above, a Santa Cruz police officer fights back tears. At right, Santa Clara County firefighters salute from atop their fire truck during the procession from Santa Cruz.